The mission of Healthy Start is to improve maternal and child health and to reduce
poor birth outcomes and infant mortality.
Position Overview
The HR Generalist supports the mission and operations of Healthy Start, Inc. by ensuring compliance with federal and state labor and employment laws, supporting employee recruitment and retention efforts, coordinating training and staff development initiatives, and assisting with overall employee engagement activities.
The successful candidate will prioritize employee support, maintain compliance, and execute HR processes in alignment with organizational goals and leadership direction. The HR Generalist will support the implementation of projects, tasks, and initiatives that strengthen the Healthy Start workforce and ensure that personnel matters are handled with discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism.
This position reports directly to the Human Resources Director and works in close collaboration to support the execution of HR strategy, ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), and maintain consistency across HR functions. In addition, this role supports the coordination, development, and facilitation of onboarding and training initiatives to promote a consistent and engaging employee experience across the organization.
The person in this role has a deep commitment to the work of Healthy Start, is equity focused, and embraces how the organization’s mission drives staffing decisions.
Duties and Responsibilities
Recruiting
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Support recruitment efforts to ensure open positions are filled within established timelines
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Assist in the development and posting of job descriptions
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Support candidate sourcing efforts
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Coordinate candidate communication and interview scheduling when needed
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Assist in developing pre-screening questions and recruitment plans
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Collaborate with hiring managers, HR Director and executive team to support recruitment processes
Onboarding
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Ensure a consistent and comprehensive new employee onboarding process
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Complete and file all payroll documents
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Review relevant company hiring and HR policies
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Resolve issues that may arise during the hiring phase for new employees
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Coordinate and facilitate new hire orientation sessions
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Support ongoing improvements to onboarding materials and processes
Record Maintenance
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Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records
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Ensure timely updates of records for employees and management
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Process payroll changes and submit required documentation
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Support employee navigation of HR systems (Paycom)
Training, Development, Performance and Support
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Assist in identifying training needs in collaboration with HR Director and leadership
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Support development and delivery of training sessions (in-person and virtual)
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Coordinate training schedules, materials, and logistics
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Track and report training completion and participation
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Support implementation of training tools and resources
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Facilitate onboarding and basic HR training
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Assist with employee surveys and feedback initiatives
Employee Relations
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Serve as a point of contact for HR-related questions, concerns, and feedback; escalate as appropriate
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Support employee engagement initiatives and programs
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Assist with conflict resolution and documentation
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Support investigations and ensure proper documentation and communication
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Assist with exit interviews and feedback collection
Special Assignments
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Support HR Director and leadership with additional projects and initiatives as needed
Qualifications
Education and Experience Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related field required
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3–5+ years of HR experience required
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Experience supporting onboarding, training, or employee development preferred
Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge Requirements
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Strong understanding of HR procedures, policies, and compliance requirements
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Experience with HRIS systems (Paycom preferred)
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
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Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
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Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
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Ability to facilitate training sessions and engage diverse audiences
Physical Demands
This position is hybrid; the HR Generalist is expected to work no less than 24 hours per week in-office.
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Primarily office-based work with occasional physical activity
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Requires focus, responsiveness, and ability to manage multiple priorities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Compensation
$60,000 – $68,000 commensurate with experience
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field
- 3-5+ years of HR experience
- Experience supporting onboarding, training, or employee development
- Strong understanding of HR procedures, policies, and compliance requirements
- Experience with HRIS systems; Paycom preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
- Ability to facilitate training sessions and engage diverse audiences
What We Do
The mission of Healthy Start, Inc. is to improve maternal and child health and to reduce poor birth outcomes and infant mortality in Allegheny County.









